WHIPLASH INJURY CLAIM ADVICE

A whiplash injury claim usually arises as a result a motor accident although the injury can occur because of an accident at work or during impact in contact sports. It is usually caused by a sudden acceleration or deceleration of the head which results in strain that affects the bones, discs, muscles, nerves, or tendons of the neck. The injury results when unexpected force suddenly jerks the head backwards and then in a reflex reaction forwards whereupon the muscles and tendons may become torn or stretched. This condition rarely causes permanent damage although a small percentage of vulnerable people will suffer long term whiplash symptoms.

Diagnosis is based on observation of the patient's symptoms, consideration of the medical history, physical examination, and neurological difficulties. Serious injury is usually apparent immediately after the accident and pain which develops slowly over the course of a few days usually indicates that the neck is not seriously damaged. whiplash treatment is tailored to each individuals needs and the current mode of treatment is to encourage early mobilisation.

The weights of the vehicles involved in an accident have significant influence and generally the occupants of smaller cars have more severe whiplash injury however occupants who are aware of an impending collision generally have less severe injuries. Whilst wearing a seatbelt reduces the incidence of serious head injury there is an increased risk of minor and moderate neck injuries. Headrests will reduce injury except in the case of collisions from the side which usually produces more severe injuries than rear end collisions. Any occupants who are looking towards the side or down at the time of the collision may increase the risk of facet joint injury

We represent an independent network of personal injury solicitors and we are able to deal with a wide range of accident claims. We are able to arrange home or hospital visits and medical examinations and urgent private treatment can be undertaken at short notice, to assist recovery, with some of the most eminent medical consultants. If you’ve been involved in an accident we can help you to preserve your legal right to compensation. We offer free consultations for advice to find out whether you have a good whiplash injury claim, how to go about claiming and how much your compensation might be worth. We will give you clear unequivocal advice about your chances of success and the anticipated value of your claim. If after talking to us you decide not to take matters further you are under no obligation to do so and you will not be charged anything at all.